I KNOW I'm not supposed to compare my weightloss to others buuuuut.....

[LVikingFan 14]

Have you tried the Iced Tea Isopure? My GNC mixes a case of the different flavors for me every two weeks. I guess I am weird because I actually kinda like the stuff. My favorite is the blue raspberry. Get it good and cold. The Protein Shots aren't too bad if they are good and cold too. Protein and fluids are your most important things right now. Don't worry too much about other stuff. And stay off the scale. Just weight once a week and don't stress it. You WILL lose weight.

[Sassygirl06 962]

sunny,

i had my surgery on the 16th and i have only lost 14 pounds. dont be discouraged, losing slower is healthier, as well as easier on the skin. for your Protein, have you ever tried high protein slim fast powder. i love the chocolate flavor. it tastes just like chocolate milk. your weight will come off! it has to, its just a matter of time. remember that even though it is going slow, that it is still going. soon it will be gone!!! relax, breathe easy, and enjoy every pound lost.

[Sunny702 2]

You all are the best!!!!!

Sassy ... how much Protein per serving for the Slim Fast?

[Sunny702 2]

LViking I'm kind of scared of anything from Isopure. It really has a weird tast to me. It would be sooooooooo much easier if I could get it down. There's 40grams in one bottle PLUS its 20oz of liquid. Win/win I know.

[Sassygirl06 962]

when added to the milk it has 15 grams of Protein per serving. not as high as some of the other stuff, but much easier to swallow because it tastes good. lol

keep rocken it girlie!

[janinemaire 7]

I wasn't allowed fruit juice but the first month I mixed it with my Water. It help my drink more and settled my stomach. After I was able to eat more I stopped having juice. Good luck, Janine

According to the paperwork I got from my Dr. I can drink all types of juices. Not saying that I should just saying according to my directions I can. Prior to my surgery I drank the green Isopure it wasn't the best but I could drink it. Now after I'm trying to drink the red one & I can't get it down.

I appreciate all of the great advice. I'm going to do my best to use myfitnesspal to track what I have and cut back on the juice plus find a Protein that works for me. I KNOW its gonna get greater later. lol

[Sunny702 2]

Just left GNC and they tried to sell me the Unflavored Isopure powder. I had flashbacks of how NASTY the last Isopure was so I'm skeptical. Plus the tub is $60+ and they don't have anything smaller for me to try first.

Has anyone tried Ispoure unflavored powder?

[PdxMan 4,292]

Hey Sunny,

Pre-surgery, I was fine with the Protein powders, but afterwards, NO WAY! I couldn't stomach them. My NUT suggested Premier brand from costco. Way mellow on the tummy and 30 grams of Protein. I've been drinking them ever since and no problems at all. I see you have several Costcos all over your neighborhood, so I think it would be worth a try.

I know your directions say it's OK for juices, but just be sure they are not from concentrate and are all juice. They really can be super high in carbs.

[sarah88 0]

wow reading these posts i feel horrible...u think losing 9 lbs in 2 weeks is hard. i had my VSG 2 weeks ago and i only lost 0.8 kg...not even 1 kg. feeling totally hopeless when i read people who lost 4 kg in their 1st week and i cant even manage a whole kg in 2 weeks

[blackmikeg 1]

dont worry about it, you'll have a lifetime to work on that sleeve, its not going anywhere and u know were bound to lose cause the smallest amount makes you full so quick. We got a lot of learning to do tho....I was just sleeved last month on the 15th btw...

[Sunny702 2]

BlackMike ... I agree there is a LOT to learn. I'm looking forward to learning all I can so I can make my sleeve my BEEEYOOOTCH! LOL My girls and I are going to Jamaica next summer ... NOT losing this weight is NOT an option for me! LOL

***Sorry if my post / terminology offends anyone ... please no angry emails ***

[wondering1 103]

Sunny,

I'm a slow loser too and I was sleeved almost 10 days before you! It's a drag when I don't see the scale moving but I try to concentrate on other NSV's. Like the fact that ONE of my chins is gone (still have 2). lol. and the fact that my clothes fit better than they have in years. I'm sure your body is like mine and it's taking its time to adjust. WE WILL LOSE this weight. And this might sound funny to you, but I found when I was able to start eating, and my calories and carbs went up, that is when the scale moves. Did you join myfitnesspal? If so, look for me on there. My user name is prinxessdeb. Good luck sweetie and keep up the great work!

[carolina girl 56]

I too had problems finding a Protein that I could stomach. I tried several , including "Isopuke" as you call it, lol, that were just horrible. I ended up with nectar as my everyday choice. It blends perfectly, not grainy. I mix it with light vanilla soy milk and add a few ice cubes to help Water it down and keep it really cold at the same time. Nectar also has some fruity flavors that I like- Twisted cherry is my favorite, I mix it with water, ice and just a little dash of great value brand sf cherry drink mix. It has 25 grams of Protein, 0 carbs and 0 sugar, 100 calories in a serving (1 scoop). I agree with the advice someone else gave- go to the Vitamin Shoppe or GNC to buy protein and they will let you exchange it for something else if you don't like what you get. I've done it a few times at my local Vitamin Shoppe and have never had a problem. It is really important that you start to get some of your protein down soon though. It will be a few weeks or longer before you can get enough food to eat to cover all your protein needs. Best of luck to you in finding something that works.

[feedyoureye 3,087]

Look up the the "3 week stall". Many stall out for up to 4 weeks early on. I did. Then things get better. Who knows why.... the body does what it wants.

unflavored Protein powders are not unflavored. That being said, you can add them to other things that you like, pea Soup? crystal light? refried Beans? cottage cheese? This will help you get by until you can eat more regular foods. Good luck and you are doing great!

[staceybea 0]

I was sleeved on the 16th and was 235 on the day of surgery. Tonight I finally got below 220 so that's 15 lbs, not far off from you. I bought Beneprotein from Walgreens (mail delivery) and I add one scoop to Soup or mashed potatoes (4oz). It gives me 6gm of Protein per scoop and there is no taste. However, I am still struggling to get in all of my Proteins. I have a lot of the Bariatric Advantage protein mix left but although it was real tasty before surgery, it just seems too thick for me now. I have one more week of pureed foods although I have really struggled with pureed as it is not very good. I've instead stuck with Carnation Instant Breakfast sugar free drinks for breakfast and cream soup (strained) mixed with the Protein Powder for lunch and/or dinner. I've also starting having more sugar free Jello and have found sugar free cool whip which is a nice treat. I've also bent the rules slightly and have had Panera macaroni and cheese. I split one bowl into four 4oz containers but can never finish all 4 ounces in one sitting. I chew it really well. Once I started eating this I actually think my heartburn got better also. Also, low fat refried Beans have been pretty good to me but again, only a few bites.